About John Shuker
Lived 1942 – 2019 (aged 77). John Shuker was a British association football player and association football coach.
John Shuker (8 May 1942 – 29 December 2019) was an English professional footballer, notable for holding the club record of league appearances for Oxford United. He was with the club on their election to the Football League in 1962 and over the next 15 years played 478 times in the Second, Third and Fourth Divisions.
Shuker was born in Eccles, Greater Manchester. He joined Oxford in 1961, originally playing as a winger. He made his debut in August 1962 and went on to captain the side, playing in a variety of positions. He was awarded a testimonial in 1972, culminating in a match between Oxford and Manchester City at the Manor Ground on 5 May 1972.
His last game for Oxford came in April 1977.
He was a manager for Clanfield.
In May 2001, Shuker was appointed as Director of Football at Milton United. In August 2001, Shuker was appointed as manager of Hellenic League side Witney Academy, staying until February 2002 when the club folded after months after problems with player availability.
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Who was John Shuker?
English footballer (1942-2019)
When was John Shuker born?
John Shuker was born on 8 May 1942 in Eccles.
When did John Shuker die?
John Shuker died on 29 December 2019.
What was John Shuker's occupation?
John Shuker was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was John Shuker?
John Shuker was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Shuker. https://biography.guide/john-shuker/
MLA: "John Shuker." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-shuker/.
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